Atty. David Michael Patton
David Michael Patton is a lawyer practicing corporate, energy, oil and gas and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from The University of Texas in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Corporate & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 49+ Years Experience
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About David Michael Patton at a Glance
David Michael Patton is a Partner based in Houston, Texas, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business, energy, and international. Admitted to practice in Texas (1977) and New York (2000). Educated at University of Houston Law Center (J.D., 1977) and The University of Texas (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Houston and Federal (South Texas Chapter) Bar Associations State Bar of Texas Houston Energy Bar Association Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation Institute for Energy Law. Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Michael Patton
- David Michael Patton is a lawyer practicing corporate, energy, oil and gas and 2 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from The University of Texas in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- David practices at Locke Lord LLP in Houston, TX
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David Michael Patton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Michael Patton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.
Business & Corporate Law in Houston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Energy & Utilities Law in Houston
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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International Law in Houston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Houston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Houston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Houston-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Houston Choose David Michael Patton
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David Michael Patton's practice in the field of business, energy, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Michael Patton brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Texas and New York, David Michael Patton can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, energy, and international, David Michael Patton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Houston
A Houston-based practice means David Michael Patton attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David Michael Patton Handles in Houston
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